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Recharge with RAYD8 Regen

RAYD8 Regen is a gentle, non-invasive therapy designed to recharge your body at the cellular level. Using scalar energy, bio-magnetic fields, and light frequencies, it restores balance, vitality, and optimal function throughout the body. By supporting your body’s natural healing processes, RAYD8 Regen helps reduce pain, ease stress, promote detoxification, and enhance overall energy flow. Many clients describe feeling lighter, calmer, and more grounded after each session, as if their whole system has been gently reset. Sessions are relaxing and comfortable, giving your body the space it needs to unwind and recharge deeply. Please reach out for more information.

Do you Feel Overwhelmed?

Are you feeling emotionally overwhelmed? This is a state of being that can be difficult to manage. It can prevent you from performing daily tasks and also your ability to think and act rationally. A number of things can cause emotional overwhelm including stress, traumatic events or relationship issues. Let’s explore how to release these emotions for better health – physically, emotionally, mentally or spiritually. As a Certified Body/Emotion Code Practitioner, Permelia can help you release unprocessed negative (trapped) emotions to create calm and bring back your sense of peace.

SOS Monthly Fundraiser

Win big and give back with SOS’s 50/50 Monthly Online Draw! Proceeds from this exciting raffle help residents of all ages thrive across District 69. Half of the jackpot goes directly to the lucky winner, and the other half supports SOS programs and services, so everybody wins! The first pot reached $1,540, giving the winner $770! Ticket prices are 1 for $10, 4 for $20, 20 for $50, or 50 for $100. Open to BC residents ages 19+. Know your limit, play within it. Get your tickets now and help SOS meet needs in the Oceanside area. rafflebox.ca/raffle/sos-d69. Licence #172984

Profile: Christ Centered Care – Home Care

We are a Christian-owned home care provider serving Nanaimo and the surrounding areas, including Parksville, Ladysmith, and Victoria. We offer a full range of in-home care services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you need assistance with daily living, personal care, companionship, transportation, specialized support, family support, or spiritual care, we are here to meet your unique needs with compassion and professionalism. We understand that life circumstances—whether related to health, recovery, aging, or special needs—can create challenges, and we are dedicated to offering support that helps you navigate them with dignity and comfort. We look forward to serving you.

Summer Heat Safety Matters

Summer heat can be especially dangerous for seniors. High temperatures increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, making it important to stay cool, drink plenty of water, and limit outdoor activities during the hottest hours of the day. For many older adults, moving into a retirement suite with supportive services can provide added peace of mind. Nutritious meals and regular wellness checks help residents stay comfortable and safe during heat waves. Retirement living offers the perfect balance of independence, comfort, and support when it is needed most.

Celebrate Canada in July

July is a time to celebrate the beauty of Canada, our communities, and the wonderful people who call this country home. Whether you are enjoying a backyard BBQ, sharing meals with family, or attending local festivities, we hope your month is filled with joy and connection. To those who are new to Canada, a warm welcome—we are so grateful you are here. If you are looking to elevate your wellness journey, acupuncture can be a fantastic addition to your self-care routine. Grounded in traditional Chinese medicine, it naturally supports the body in restoring harmony, relieving pain, reducing stress, and improving well-being.

Stay Hydrated this Summer

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy sunshine, fresh air, and the activities that bring joy to each day. As temperatures rise, staying hydrated becomes even more important for seniors. A Comfort Keeper® can help make hydration easy by offering water throughout the day, preparing refreshing snacks like watermelon and cucumbers, and monitoring for signs of dehydration. During outdoor activities, caregivers can encourage breaks and replace lost fluids. To add variety, water can be flavoured with a splash of juice, and cool treats like popsicles can be enjoyed on warm afternoons. Staying hydrated helps seniors remain healthy, active, and independent all summer long.

Energetic Wellness and Balance

A Solex AO Scan will help you develop a deeper understanding of your body’s energetic balance. This non-invasive, frequency-based tool is designed to detect imbalances across organs, energetic systems (chakras/meridians), and tissues of the body. By providing real-time insights, this advanced technology helps identify areas of stress or imbalance, supporting more informed health choices. While not diagnosing or treating medical conditions, it does provide valuable insight into overall wellness, which will help guide lifestyle, nutrition and self-care decisions. A Solex AO scan is gentle and safe, offering a unique way to explore holistic wellness for your whole family. Reach out for more information.

Need Care But Can’t See Your Doctor?

Access to medical care is one of the most pressing challenges we face here on Vancouver Island. Through our partnership with Avee Health, we are able to provide: *Same-day virtual access to BC-licensed physicians. *Care For Everyone — with or without a family doctor. *A pharmacist assessment of your condition. *Help with booking. *A connection to a doctor. *And, your prescription filled – all in ONE STOP. Healthcare shouldn’t be stressful and you don’t have to navigate it alone. Let us help you. We offer Accessible care right in your community. Here at the Medicine Shoppe, we care about your health!

EnJOY Summer!

You deserve to relax and enjoy the summer. Take walks in the sunshine—by the beach, in the forest, or just around your neighbourhood. Take time to reconnect with yourself! Summer is a time to celebrate the joy of being alive. Some say that joy comes when you make peace with who you are, why you are, and how you are. Are negative emotions stopping you from being joyful? A Certified Body/Emotion Code Practitioner can help you release any unprocessed negative (trapped) emotions to allow more time for relaxation, self-care, and joy! Contact me today for a complimentary information session.

Access Your Home Equity Now

Are you a home owner with low or no mortgage debt but hardly any income beyond basic pensions? The cost of living is increasing, property taxes are going up, and deferring them is costly. Now is a great time to apply for a reverse mortgage to fund extra expenses, travel, or pay for home care. With a reverse mortgage, you can access up to 55% of the value of your home. Legion members receive $500 toward setup fees. I will match that for all new Equity Advantage clients. I will also match offers from other lenders. Contact me today to find out more.